1972 Jensen Healey vs. 2008 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2008 Lancia Phedra is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Healey (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Lancia Phedra. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Healey should accelerate faster than 2008 Lancia Phedra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 771 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Because 1972 Jensen Healey is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Jensen Healey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Lancia Phedra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Healey | 2008 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Healey | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.2 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
